66: Side Hustles and Sales w/ Dr. F. Scott Feil

Renaissance man Dr. F. Scott Feil discusses his journey in physical therapy and shares insights on overcoming monotony in the profession. Dr. Feil emphasizes the importance of looking for opportunities for growth, engaging in side-hustles, and leveraging skills to create multiple income streams. He also talks about the significance of effective communication and sales in healthcare, the challenges of burnout, and building a business that aligns with personal values. The episode underscores the value of continual self-improvement and innovative thinking in achieving career satisfaction and success in physical therapy.   F. Scott Feil on X Healthcare Education Transformation Podcast LARA General Response Form to receive PDR credit for listening to Waves episodes   00:00 Introduction to Waves Podcast 00:58 Meet Dr. F. Scott Feil 01:44 Financial Challenges in Physical Therapy 03:17 The Side Hustle Journey 03:35 Entrepreneurial Spirit and Early Influences 04:44 Balancing Career and Personal Life 06:17 Starting a Mobile Physical Therapy Practice 08:00 Consulting and Business Growth 13:30 The Importance of Communication and Sales 19:43 Challenges in Physical Therapy 22:47 Business Education in Academia 24:14 Real-World Business Skills 25:36 Opportunities in Physical Therapy 30:04 Balancing Work and Life 33:03 Finding Job Satisfaction 34:48 The Reality of Burnout 38:50 Entrepreneurship Isn't for Everyone 39:41 Final Thoughts